Snarestone is a rural village located in North West Leicestershire, England, offering a variety of outdoor activities. The area is characterized by arable farmland and gently rolling hills, with the River Mease and the Ashby Canal being prominent natural features. The Ashby Canal, notable for being entirely lock-free, provides a serene landscape for exploration. This setting makes Snarestone suitable for several sports like mountain biking, road cycling, hiking, jogging, and more.
Snarestone provides opportunities for…
87
Routes
4.6
(117)
Average rating
1681
People visited

4.5
(26)
279
riders
18.5km
01:06
100m
100m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(9)
172
riders
8.05km
00:28
40m
40m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(4)
27
riders
33.0km
02:23
350m
350m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(2)
23
riders
29.1km
01:55
210m
210m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

4.8
(5)
147
riders
49.3km
02:29
280m
280m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.0
(2)
72
riders
36.4km
01:50
250m
250m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

44
riders
49.9km
02:20
280m
280m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(1)
34
riders
30.2km
01:28
210m
210m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

5.0
(1)
40
riders
26.6km
01:41
170m
170m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
17
riders
11.9km
00:48
50m
50m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(4)
26
riders
17.1km
01:07
90m
90m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
(1)
9
riders
27.6km
01:44
170m
170m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

5.0
(1)
35
hikers
3.48km
00:55
30m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(3)
25
hikers
5.06km
01:19
40m
40m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
(4)
20
hikers
11.0km
02:49
40m
40m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

20
hikers
5.19km
01:20
20m
20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

4.6
(5)
66
riders
20.5km
01:04
110m
110m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(2)
22
riders
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(3)
25
riders
18.0km
01:00
120m
120m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
(10)
13
riders
22.5km
01:19
190m
190m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?

25
runners
16.6km
01:44
110m
110m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
20
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
runners
7.71km
00:48
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
runners
5.59km
00:36
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Get access to more routes and recommendations from other explorers.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?
Snarestone provides opportunities for Mountain biking, Road cycling, Hiking, Jogging, Touring cycling, and Gravel biking. The area features the Ashby Canal and gently rolling hills, offering diverse terrain for various sports.
Mountain biking enthusiasts can find trails in the wider Snarestone area, including options at nearby Snibston Colliery Park. For specific routes, explore the komoot guide MTB Trails around Snarestone.
The region offers routes suitable for various skill levels, including options for beginners. The Ashby Canal towpaths provide flat terrain that can be suitable for less challenging rides, though dedicated mountain bike trails may vary in difficulty.
Road cycling routes in Snarestone often utilize the quiet country lanes and the flat, lock-free Ashby Canal towpath. Detailed routes can be found in the komoot guide Road Cycling Routes around Snarestone.
The Ashby Canal is entirely lock-free and winds through a serene rural landscape, making its towpaths ideal for leisurely and family-friendly bike rides. Traffic-free options are also available, as detailed in the guide Traffic-free bike rides around Snarestone.
Hiking opportunities include exploring the Ashby Canal towpaths, open countryside, and local parks such as Sence Valley Forest Park. The komoot guide Hiking around Snarestone provides specific trail information.
Yes, Snarestone offers easy hiking options, particularly along the Ashby Canal towpaths and in areas like Sence Valley Forest Park. The komoot guide Easy hikes around Snarestone highlights suitable routes.
Notable natural features include the River Mease and the Ashby Canal, which is a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) for its aquatic plant life. Nearby attractions include Snibston Colliery Park, Sence Valley Forest Park, and the Moira Furnace.
Snarestone is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 25,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The routes in the region have an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Komoot offers several guides for Snarestone, including MTB Trails around Snarestone, Road Cycling Routes around Snarestone, and Hiking around Snarestone. Other guides cover running, easy hikes, cycling, gravel biking, and traffic-free bike rides.
The rural landscape and varied terrain around Snarestone are suitable for gravel biking. Routes often combine quiet roads with off-road paths. The komoot guide Gravel biking around Snarestone provides specific route information.
Official information regarding the local area can be found on the Snarestone Parish Council website. The website address is snarestoneparishcouncil.org.uk.
There are more than 10 routes available in Snarestone across various sports on komoot. These routes have been explored by over 25,000 visitors and hold an average rating of 4.6 stars.

